Here Tonight
STS Lyrics


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As the rims swerve, this 'N' word is where Geto Boys meets [Ginsburg(sp?)?]
In a box Chevy, down Lindbergh sittin' shotgun as I pen verbs
These [white?] lines that I like rhmye
When I'm Langston Huges--'ing these lifetimes
In the nighttime, when the light shines directly down on these white lines
Build you up to break down the sculpture
Like [mounds?] of sulfur
That's one to live on
'T' he been gone still here getting closer to heaven homes with each year
Like a bottle of Eveon we see clear
The smoke is gone but the weed is here
And I need it here cause I leave this here
Don't believe in us so I lead the cheer
We demanded more got the fan support
And the city on my back like Jansport
Get your hands north I got the south side
Case nigga wanna take this shit outside
Swallow my blood before I swallow my pride
Only role with the niggas who ride

I put my rims on the corner, I bend the streets of Atlanta
My 20's riding on skinnys' playing the cards I been handed
I live my life I admit it it never goes as I planned it
So if it happens, it happens but hell at least though I managed to be
Here tonight, here tonight here tonight here tonight
Here tonight here tonight here tonight

They tell me [wishing?] [??]
Hope my dad pulls past the khemo
Life's a gamble; we play casino
Hope things get better with time like Pinot
We know he know that we scared
Lord may call and we ain't prepared
For you to go home we really want you home
You can beat cancer my nigga you strong
Kanye voice, and I speak for the fans so I guess I'm they voice
And we both smoke and we both know what could happen but we made a choice
That's bad decision; life's too short
Ain't that a bitch, like Too Short (woo)
Used to wanna be you like [?]
Shit years ago but I was too short
Pack of Newports, and a cold beer
[So why your step dad talking to my step dad???] mother fucking real dad nigga he was not here
And I'm not why he never was [?]
You kept this young black male out of jail




To appear tonight, no fear tonight
Damn near feels like you're hear tonight

Overall Meaning

The verse in this song deals with the struggles of life, appreciating the present moment, and overcoming obstacles. The reference to the "Geto Boys" is a nod to a southern rap group with a gritty style, which the artist is aligning himself with. When discussing his writing process, he mentions being inspired by pieces written by Langston Hughes, a famous poet during the Harlem Renaissance. This demonstrates the artist's appreciation for literary works and his ability to use them as inspiration for his music.


The second half of the first verse discusses the difficulties of life, comparing it to breaking down a sculpture or mounds of sulfur. However, the artist feels confident in his ability to overcome these challenges, as evidenced by his discussion of his fans' support and his refusal to associate with people who don't support him. He then delves into personal matters, alluding to a friend or family member struggling with cancer. While acknowledging the fear and uncertainty that comes with illness, the artist maintains optimism, telling his loved one that they can beat the disease.


Overall, this song is a heartfelt and introspective reflection on life, its ups and downs, and the importance of savoring the present moment.


Line by Line Meaning

As the rims swerve, this 'N' word is where Geto Boys meets [Ginsburg(sp?)?]
As I drive my car and its wheels spin, my identity as a Black person merges with the iconic group Geto Boys and possibly also with the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg? (unclear)


In a box Chevy, down Lindbergh sittin' shotgun as I pen verbs
Riding in a classic car, I'm seated in the front passenger seat on Lindbergh Rd, as I work on writing lyrics


These [white?] lines that I like rhmye
I enjoy the way that these lines (of poetry/lyrics?) sound when I put them together


When I'm Langston Huges--'ing these lifetimes
My creative process is similar to that of the famed writer and poet Langston Hughes when he crafted his pieces about different phases and experiences of life


In the nighttime, when the light shines directly down on these white lines
At night, when I have a clear view of my work (metaphorically as 'white lines'), I can see it more vividly and reflect on it more deeply


Build you up to break down the sculpture
I invest in creating something, only to later destroy it – like sculptors who build figures just to break them apart


Like [mounds?] of sulfur
The process of breaking my work feels as harsh and pungent as smelling mounds of sulfur


That's one to live on
Despite its impermanence, this experience is one that I can carry forward and learn from


'T' he been gone still here getting closer to heaven homes with each year
Although a certain person (whose name may start with 'T') has passed away, I feel that they are still with me in spirit, and that with each year that goes by I am drawing closer to the heaven where they reside


Like a bottle of Eveon we see clear
Similar to the clarity that comes from looking at a clean bottle of Evian water, I am able to perceive things clearly – possibly related to my past, personal growth, or spirituality


The smoke is gone but the weed is here
While adverse things may be gone, there are still other stresses or temptations (here represented by weed) that remain present and possibly concerning


And I need it here cause I leave this here
I feel like I need this coping mechanism to help me deal with my problems, but I know that it might not ultimately help me in the long term


Don't believe in us so I lead the cheer
Skeptics may not have faith in us, but I choose to motivate and inspire those who are still on board


We demanded more got the fan support
Through our hard work and talent, we earned more opportunities and gained recognition from our fans


And the city on my back like Jansport
My hometown (or hip hop community?) has been supportive of me and I feel a sense of responsibility to represent them well


Get your hands north I got the south side
Keep your hands up (in support or possibly in defense, unclear) while I represent the southern side


Case nigga wanna take this shit outside
If someone calls me out or tries to start a fight, I'm willing to handle it physically


Swallow my blood before I swallow my pride
I would rather endure physical harm than admit defeat or be embarrassed


Only role with the niggas who ride
I choose to associate and collaborate with only those who are genuinely committed to the lifestyle of hip hop and its related culture


I put my rims on the corner, I bend the streets of Atlanta
I have creatively and culturally influenced the music scene of the city of Atlanta in a profound way


My 20's riding on skinnys' playing the cards I been handed
During my 20s, I took risks and made the best of what life presented to me, focusing on following my passions and pursuing music


I live my life I admit it it never goes as I planned it
I accept that my life is full of surprises and events that I can't necessarily control


So if it happens, it happens but hell at least though I managed to be
So if life takes a certain course, so be it, but I can still find comfort and pride in being who I am and achieving what I have in my career


Here tonight, here tonight here tonight here tonight
These two words are repeated as a refrain to emphasize the present moment, the performance, or the idea of being alive, here and now


They tell me [wishing?] [??]
Unclear, no definitive interpretation


Hope my dad pulls past the khemo
I hope my father will recover from chemotherapy (indicating he has battled cancer)


Life's a gamble; we play casino
Life involves a lot of chance and risk, and we are all participants in the game of life


Hope things get better with time like Pinot
I have faith that situations will improve or that time will heal wounds, like wine getting better after aging (Pinot is a type of wine)


We know he know that we scared
We are aware that the person being referenced is probably aware of our doubts and fears about their condition or about possible losses


Lord may call and we ain't prepared
God might take the person's life, and we feel unprepared to face that outcome


For you to go home we really want you home
We would like this person to return home, either fully recovered or at least able to spend their last moments in their preferred environment


You can beat cancer my nigga you strong
You are strong enough to fight and overcome cancer, despite the potential for physical and emotional pain


Kanye voice, and I speak for the fans so I guess I'm they voice
Assuming a tone similar to that of Kanye West, I feel that I am acting as the voice of my fans and representing them as their ambassador


And we both smoke and we both know what could happen but we made a choice
We both smoke weed and are aware of potential risks, but we have decided to prioritize our personal satisfaction and well-being in this regard


That's bad decision; life's too short
Although we realize that smoking is a potentially harmful choice, we think it's worth the experience because life is too fleeting to pass up enjoyable moments


Ain't that a bitch, like Too Short (woo)
This is an exclamation expressing humor and possibly frustration, like the rapper Too Short might use


Used to wanna be you like [?]
Unclear, no definitive interpretation


Shit years ago but I was too short
This is a reference to a time when I was younger and may have even thought about emulating Too Short, but was never able to because of some limitation or obstacle (also plays on Too Short's name)


Pack of Newports, and a cold beer
I'm enjoying some alcohol and cigarettes


[So why your step dad talking to my step dad???] mother fucking real dad nigga he was not here
It's not clear what the issue is, but it seems to involve some tension or disagreement between the artist and the other person's stepfather. The artist is irritated and dismissive, saying that it doesn't matter since their mutual biological father was absent


And I'm not why he never was [?]
The artist asserts that he cannot be blamed for his father's absence (unclear context)


You kept this young black male out of jail
I'm assuming that the person being addressed played a role in preventing the singer from ending up in jail


To appear tonight, no fear tonight
I'm feeling confident and unafraid as I take the stage or perform tonight


Damn near feels like you're hear tonight
Despite the person who has passed being gone, I feel as though they are somehow still with me, possibly in my thoughts or memories




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Samy Canestrini

I love this song much love ❤

Spoob

This is absolutely my favorite song right now.

jusseric

The Song Makes Me Happy To Be Alive ...STS IS GOLD!!

Mckoyskee

This should be a hit. Great song

Jesse Young

this songs been stuck in my head for days

Onlyone50

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Tyon Nunnelly

Slapping this going into 2020

The Boxing Scholar

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Ethan Edwards

This song is fucking dope brother! Keep it up

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